For this layout, I used the “Walk the Plank” paper from the 12×12 paper pack. I lightly sponged white gesso to cool down the right and left side which will help the colors pop on the dark paper. I added some texture using my homemade texture paste (recipe is at the end of this post) and pushing it through the 7DS “Soulmates” stencil and the 7DS “Destination Unknown” stencil. I also used the “burlap” stencil from Tim Holtz.

Texture Paste Recipe:This recipe can be downsized or increased depending on your need, just make sure the equivalents remain the same. I make small batches at time so I am not wasting and preventing it from drying out. Mix the following in a container and add a little extra powder or glue as needed:
1 TBS Baking Soda
1/2 TBS white gesso
1/4 TBS white glue/ mod podge
Place in air tight container for storage. Should last several months.